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Manzanillo → Ciudad Lázaro Cárdenas

Manzanillo to Ciudad Lázaro Cárdenas by bus

Ciudad Lázaro Cárdenas lies 260 km (161 mi) south-east of Manzanillo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 4 h 55 min including stops, over roughly 317 km (197 mi) of road.

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ManzanilloCiudad Lázaro Cárdenas
CountryMexicoMexico
Population159,853196,003
Elevation12 m (39 ft)3 m (10 ft)
Time nowUTC-6 (America/Mexico_City)UTC-6 (America/Mexico_City)
Postal codes28236–9559360999

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Common questions

How far is Ciudad Lázaro Cárdenas from Manzanillo?

260 km (161 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Manzanillo; by road roughly 317 km (197 mi).

How long does it take to get from Manzanillo to Ciudad Lázaro Cárdenas by bus?

About 4 h 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Manzanillo and Ciudad Lázaro Cárdenas?

No, both are on America/Mexico_City at the moment.

Where these facts come from

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Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.